Science Quickly CDC Vaccine Panel Fired by RFK, Jr., Oceans Grow More Acidic, and Pangolins Threatened by Hunting
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Jun 16, 2025 Public health faces a shake-up as Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. dismisses key members of the CDC vaccine advisory panel, raising alarms about vaccine access. Meanwhile, oceans are suffering from critical acidification, jeopardizing marine life. The plight of pangolins is spotlighted as these heavily trafficked mammals face increased hunting pressures. Listeners can expect a mix of urgent environmental issues and wildlife conservation challenges, all explored with insightful discussions.
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Impact of ACIP Dismissal
- The dismissal of ACIP's public health experts raises concerns about vaccine access and public trust.
- Vaccine recommendations affect insurance coverage, impacting affordability and uptake.
Ocean Acidification Crosses Threshold
- Ocean acidification has now crossed its planetary boundary, threatening marine life globally.
- Reducing carbon emissions is crucial to reversing ocean acidification effects.
Pangolin Hunting Realities
- Most pangolins are hunted opportunistically for meat, not scales.
- Conservation should focus on improving food security and hunter education rather than just policing scale trafficking.